An introductory survey stressing the geographical approach to the study of man/land relationships. Emphasis is placed on the impact of human activities on the environment and on
conflicts between resource exploration and environmental quality. Contemporary utilization,
modification by urbanization, and environmental regions are studied.
1.000 Credit hours
4.000 Lecture hours

An examination of the physical and cultural landscape of Africa south of the Sahara, with
special emphasis on the native cultures of the area and their influence on the landscape; the
revolutionary effects of European interventions and conquests; and the modern political, cultural,
and economic climates.
1.000 Credit hours
4.000 Lecture hours

An exploration of a Western geographical region through an actual field study. The focus is on the physical, cultural , historical geography of the visited area, with special emphasis on the significance of historical, cultural, and recreational sites on the changing patterns of economic, social, and cultural geography. Emphasis is placed on a understanding of differing experiences and perspectives relating to issues of gender, race, and class in the region. Location is announced when offered.
1.000 Credit hours
4.000 Lecture hours

A spatial analysis of the historical, political, economical, and cultural geography of non-Western
regions. The main objective is to provide geographic perspective on current issues resulting
from human-environment interaction, geopolitical-economics interest and ethnic-religious
influences on ideology, socioeconomic and education systems.
1.000 Credit hours
4.000 Lecture hours

A historical geographic analysis and present geographical development of Massachusetts and
New England as regions of the United States. Specific topics include historical geography,
physical landscape analysis, weather and climate, and patterns and issues of the region's economic and urban development.
1.000 Credit hours
4.000 Lecture hours